Williams is best known for his grandly symphonic, Oscar-winning film scores. But his latest concert work is quieter, and more haunting.
Category: Nelsons, Andris
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‘Tosca’ Is the Boston Symphony’s Andris Nelsons at His Best
Andris Nelsons led a concert performance of Puccini’s opera at Tanglewood. It was a high point of the season.
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Shostakovich, Boston Symphony Style
Over two nights at Carnegie Hall, Andris Nelsons and the orchestra reveled in the composer’s sonic riches but played with emotional reserve.
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Tanglewood Opens for the Summer, With Change in the Air
The Boston Symphony Orchestra gave its first concerts of the Tanglewood season, which is already showing signs of its new leader’s ambitions.
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Can Chad Smith Make the Boston Symphony Innovative Again?
Chad Smith, the orchestra’s new chief executive, hopes to return the storied ensemble to its groundbreaking roots while moving it forward.
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Review: The Boston Symphony Plays a Sober ‘Lady Macbeth’
The orchestra, under Andris Nelsons, gave a clear and controlled concert performance of Shostakovich’s crushing opera at Carnegie Hall.
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As Changes Come to Boston Symphony, Conductor’s Contract Is Extended
The music director, Andris Nelsons, was moved to an evergreen contract, with an expanded role at Tanglewood. And Carlos Simon was named to a new composer post.
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At Tanglewood, the Boston Symphony Displays Its Heritage and Uncertain Future
The orchestra is in a period of transition, but one thing that remains consistent is the enduring quality of its summer home.
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Boston’s Mayor, Michelle Wu, Trades City Hall for Symphony Hall
Michelle Wu, a lifelong pianist, has played to prepare for mayoral debates. Last weekend, she joined the Boston Symphony Orchestra onstage.
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The Boston Symphony Finds Surprises and Strengths in New Music
Over two nights at Carnegie Hall, the Boston Symphony Orchestra presented the New York premieres of works by Thierry Escaich and Thomas Adès.